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New Yankee Stadium Prepares for October

Eugene Michael Santiago | Posted 11.19.2009 | New York


Eugene Michael Santiago

The game was about more than just Derek's hit. It was a baptism for a new stadium, for the new home of the most historic franchise in sports

Derek Jeter Tops Gehrig Hit Record

AP | MIKE FITZPATRICK | Posted 11.11.2009 | New York


NEW YORK — Puddles soaked the warning track and ponchos dotted the stands when Derek Jeter stepped to the plate in the third inning, hoping to g...

Derek Jeter Ties Lou Gehrig For Yankees Hit Record

AP | MIKE FITZPATRICK | Posted 11.09.2009 | New York


NEW YORK — Derek Jeter and Lou Gehrig are tied at the top. Jeter matched the New York Yankees record for hits with a seventh-inning single Wedn...

Derek Jeter Passes Shortstop Hit Record

AP | Posted 09.17.2009 | New York


SEATTLE (AP)--Yet another Hall of Famer passed and milestone reached for Yankees captain Derek Jeter. Jeter passed Luis Aparicio for most hits by a s...

Sotomayor's Home Run

Roger I. Abrams | Posted 07.06.2009 | Politics


Roger I. Abrams

More than any other decision, Sotomayor's opinion in Silverman v. MLB Player Relations Committee evidences the qualities of thought and diligence she will bring to the Supreme Court.

Damn Yankees and Their Pricey New Stadium

Dave Astor | Posted 05.06.2009 | Comedy


Dave Astor

What's not to like about a sickeningly posh edifice partly funded by massive subsidies from taxpayers who can't afford its ultra-expensive tickets and food?